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Frozen Grilled chicken breast with distinct char marks on a rustic wooden board, garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by a bowl of marinade with lemon slices and red pepper flakes.

Frozen Grilled Chicken

Enjoy a quick and easy meal with this frozen grilled chicken recipe. Juicy, tender chicken seasoned with lemon, olive oil, garlic, and spices delivers bold flavor in just 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, global
Servings 4 People
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Frozen Chicken:

  • 4 frozen chicken breasts or thighs approximately 1.5 to 2 pounds

Marinade Essentials:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional Enhancements:

  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • A handful of chopped fresh herbs parsley or cilantro

Instructions
 

Preheat Grill:

  • Set your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and allow it to warm up for about 10 minutes.

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Remove the frozen chicken from its packaging.
  • Brush each piece with olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Evenly season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Optional: Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.

Grill the Chicken:

  • Place the chicken on the preheated grill.
  • Grill for 7-9 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 7-9 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Rest and Serve:

  • Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs before serving if desired.
Keyword Frozen Grilled Chicken